Political pressure mounts on Taoiseach over aid issues

Taoiseach Micheál Martin returns from the U.S. amid growing political pressure over aid distribution following Storm Éowyn. Many constituents report being denied assistance or receiving minimal payments, leading to widespread frustration. Out of nearly 63,000 applicants, over 22,000 received aid, but thousands were inexplicably rejected. Issues include unclear application requirements and inadequate compensation for significant losses, such as food spoilage. The Department of Social Protection has stated that applicants can request reviews of their cases. However, concerns remain about the complexity of the aid process and its impact on those affected by the storm.